by gramm_t8518 | Mar 28, 2017 | Art Therapy, Buddhist Psychology, Counselling, Expressive Arts Therapy, Happiness, Mindfulness, Self Esteem
A class assignment from my first semester at Langara in the Expressive Arts Therapy program. We drew names from a hat, and my book to review was “Self-Compassion” by Kristin Neff, Ph.D, a brilliant and moving account of how to love yourself more and be...
by gramm_t8518 | Jul 15, 2016 | Arts, Buddhist Psychology, Coaching, Counselling, Happiness, Love and Light, Mindfulness, Self Esteem
Lately, I have had the good fortune of attending some cd lectures with Shambhala Fraser Valley, a Tibetan Buddhist group. One in particular that caught my attention and bears direct relevance to my own life was a lecture on Awakening Compassion by the remarkable Pema...
by gramm_t8518 | Apr 26, 2016 | Art Therapy, Arts, Coaching, Counselling, Creativity, Expressive Arts Therapy, Mindfulness
A great article about emotional release as a key to well being on a mental, emotional, physical and spiritual level may be read here by Deepak Chopra, a guru in health and wellness. This article presents 7 steps to dealing with emotions and pain in the body. I highly...
by gramm_t8518 | Feb 16, 2015 | Mindfulness
Times where I have experienced self criticism or reproach, I find myself caught up in my repetitive thoughts and concerns. Relaxation techniques do not always provide complete relief, or the ability to soothe my soul and bring about lasting peace. Relaxation in the...